Why Choose Me?

I'm one of only 10 or less people in the world to finish over 100 100-mile races. I’ve finished several 200-mile races, and over 250 ultramarathons total.

I've been running ultras for over 20 years, a certified life coach for 6 years, and studying the mind + body connection’s affect on running and life for…well, ever.

I’ve dealt with this negative mind clutter myself and I’m not here to waste your time with “think happy thoughts” or quick wins that disappear tomorrow. This is sustainable change that gets lasting results.

How It Works

Whatever you want to achieve, you get mindset coaching where you need it, and how-to advice from my experience where you need it.

I don’t give you training plans - those are easy to find online. Instead, I help you build the mental strength you need to nail those training plans. And your races. And your life.

We work together over the phone so it’s easy to fit into your schedule, even on the day before a race.

Your total investment for the confidence to sign up, train for, start and finish the races you’re dreaming of is $2,997. Payment plans are available.

What are your goals worth? What are YOU worth?

Cross-train your most powerful muscle.

You, Stronger

You get real confidence instead of hopes, and lasting change instead of quick fixes.

You get the accountability and independent perspective that make the process faster and easier.

You become a stronger, more confident, more capable runner…and person.

But…

You might be thinking:

“Mental training is for elites and Olympic athletes.”

“This is probably a few tips and ‘be positive’ stuff I can do on my own.”

“I need to work on hill training, endurance, and speed first.”

“Nobody sees my mind but everybody see my muscles.”

Thoughts that got you here won’t get you there.

Everyone, even back-of-the-packers, deserves and benefits from improving their self-talk and confidence.

Mindset coaching is science-based, just like physical training. You build new neural pathways that serve you better than the negative ruts that keep you stuck.

You’ll actually get more out of your regular training - hill work, speed work, endurance - if you train your mind to help. It’s not either/or.

And looking good? Confidence is super sexy!

"Nine years ago, after one too many glasses of wine, I signed up for my first trail ultra. The next morning I read the course description and went into full panic mode. 1900' climb, stream crossing, rock staircase, expect it to take twice as long as your fastest 50k. I was ready to cancel my registration, but after several email conversations with Susan, who was the RD, she offered the assurance that I could indeed do this. Race day came and I did show up at the start, and yes, achieved what I had earlier thought was impossible and finished the race. Now here I am at 59 years old, still running those "impossible" races, thanks to Susan not letting me not start."

- J Maas

Let’s Talk!

Because settling for 20% of what you can do isn’t fair to yourself and there’s no reason to stay there. You don’t have to wait for things to be better before you’re allowed to change that.